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Adelaide’s Ultimate Wild Dolphin Adventure
Dive into an unforgettable marine encounter aboard Temptation, the very first vessel in South Australia authorised with a licence to swim with and study these magnificent wild dolphins. Operating from beautiful Glenelg since 2002, we offer a truly unique connection with nature. 🐬
This is perhaps the only cruise of its kind where we don’t chase the dolphins—they choose to come to us, a magical interaction perfected over years of respectful coastal cruising.
Choose Your Swim Experience
We offer two distinct, thrilling swim options during our Wild Dolphin Cruise. During a typical tour, guests will have the opportunity to experience both! 🌊
- Front Swim Experience: Lie down in our custom-made bow net secured right between the hulls. Feel the rush of the ocean and watch wild dolphins playing and socialising within arm’s reach. It is an absolute must-do!
- Back Swim Experience: Slip into the water and hold onto our mermaid lines off the stern. This unique perspective allows you to submerge yourself in their natural habitat and enjoy incredible, eye-to-eye interactions. 🐋
Important Tour Information
To ensure everyone gets equal in-water time, we rotate swimmers between the Front Swim and Back Swim experiences throughout the cruise. Children aged 9 years and over are welcome to join the swim. 🎒
Please note: Infants must be booked on an infant ticket to comply with our strict passenger capacity limits. If an infant is not registered in your booking, we may not be able to accommodate them on board.
Thank you for your booking with Temptation Sailing. We look forward to welcoming you onboard our Wild Dolphin Swim!
Algal Bloom Update
To our valued customers, as you may be aware parts of South Australia are currently experiencing an algal bloom including waters along Adelaide Metropolitan Coast.
We have been operating daily since September and noticed a significant improvement in the water quality over this period. We are constantly monitoring the water conditions and have not had a customer report any adverse symptoms during a tour.
The algae (Karenia sp.) may cause irritation and short-term symptoms to people including skin irritation, eye irritation, coughing and shortness of breath. If you suffer from asthma we recommend bringing your puffer if you are asthmatic.
Please see the links below for further information regarding the algal bloom:
- https://www.algalbloom.sa.gov.au/
- https://www.algalbloom.sa.gov.au/health-advice
Please watch our Swim Instructional Video prior to your arrival: https://youtu.be/jxS0ulg9uro
Boarding & Departure Information
Please arrive for boarding no later than 15 minutes prior to the boarding time (please check your order for the departure time). Our cruise departure times are sharp. In case of late arrivals or no-shows, your booking will be non-changeable and non-refundable.
Boarding Location: Marina Pier, Glenelg – at the bottom of the stairs/ramp in front of the Oyster Bar.
Onboard Policies & Comfort
Temptation is a fully licenced venue, so strictly no BYO. You can however bring food onboard. Temptation is a stable catamaran, therefore the most stable vessel on the water. However, if you are concerned about experiencing sea sickness we recommend purchasing medication from a chemist. We recommend taking 30 minutes prior to the cruise. As this is a boat tour, we recommend wearing suitable clothing.
Weather & Cancellation Policy
Temptation Sailing Pty Ltd reserves the right to cancel tours due to inclement weather. We are constantly monitoring the weather forecast and will contact all bookings with as much advance notice as possible if the weather conditions do not permit us to run tours safely. Please note – due to the potential inaccuracies of forecasting and unpredictable nature of the weather, our tours may not be cancelled until immediately before departures in some situations. We strive to avoid this wherever possible, however in some situations it cannot be helped.
Bookings cancelled due to inclement weather conditions will result in a full refund or rescheduling of the booking.
If you wish to cancel your booking due to inclement weather before we make the call, our regular Cancellation Policy will apply.
For more information about our cancellation policy please click here.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Please note there is limited raised seating on board.
Cancellations must be received by Temptation Sailing before the time constraints detailed in our cancellation policy.
At least a 50% deposit of the total booking fee in required to secure your booking. Remaining balance must be paid at least 7 days prior to cruise departure. Temptation Sailing reserves the right to release any seats that remain unpaid within 7 days of the tour date.
Cancellation Policies
- Bookings of 5 or less passengers: If cancellations are made less then 24 hrs prior to scheduled departure date or failure to show, sorry no refund or reschedule.
- Bookings of 6 or more passengers: Cancellations within 7 days of departure date are charged at $50.00 per swimmer and $20.00 per watcher. If cancellations are made less then 48 hrs prior to scheduled departure date or failure to show, sorry no refund or reschedule.
Missed tours cannot be refunded or rescheduled.
Weather & Safety Information
Cruises may be cancelled last minute due to unforeseen weather conditions. If Temptation Sailing cancels any cruises due to unforeseen weather a full refund of the cruise amount paid will be refunded or you can reschedule for an alternative date.
Children must be 9 years old and older to participate in the dolphin swim, anyone under this age can do the dolphin watch.
Not suitable with people with a pace maker, must be of relatively good fitness.
